Hands-On Equipment Yard Specialist

United Rentals; Canberra; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Income Protection Insurance

Employee Resource Groups

Work-Life Balance perks

Career development support

Health & wellbeing services

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a hands-on Yard Operator in Australia to prepare, organise and maintain rental equipment, operate machinery, and support day-to-day yard activities. You’ll inspect gear, test and stage equipment, and assist customers during pick-up and return.

Ideal candidates bring experience in related industries, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Forklift experience and LF Licence are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in equipment hire, construction, transport, logistics, warehousing, manufacturing or a similar industry.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliability, initiative and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and preparing rental equipment for customer collection and return.
• Cleaning, testing and staging equipment to company standards.
• Safely loading and unloading equipment using forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Organising equipment and yard storage areas to maximise efficiency and accessibility.
• Conducting routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Assisting customers during equipment pick-up and return.
• Supporting workshop, transport and branch operations as required.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe yard and work environment.
• Contributing to a strong safety culture and positive team environment.

Skills

Experience in equipment hire/related

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork in fast-paced environment

Reliability & initiative

Tools

Forklift operation

LF Licence

Job description

United Rentals is seeking a hands-on Yard Operator in Australia to prepare, organise and maintain rental equipment, operate machinery, and support day-to-day yard activities. You’ll inspect gear, test and stage equipment, and assist customers during pick-up and return.

Ideal candidates bring experience in related industries, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Forklift experience and LF Licence are preferred.